Jack Tworkov Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Jack Tworkov Art Value Price Guide

Dec. 14, 2024
Jack Tworkov (1900-1982) Female Figure, Ink, 12 1/4 x 8 3/4" sight, 19 1/2 x 16" framed
Est: $800 - $1,200
Jack Tworkov (1900-1982) Female Figure, Ink, 12 1/4 x 8 3/4" sight, 19 1/2 x 16" framed
Bakker Auctions
Dec. 13, 2024
Jack Tworkov (American 1900-1982), Untitled, Charcoal on paper, 1959, Sheet size: 17-1/2 x 23-1/2 in (44.5 x 59.7 cm)
Est: $5,000 - $7,000
Jack Tworkov (American, 1900-1982) Untitled Charcoal on paper; apparently in good condition. Framed.* Apparently unsigned, 1959 Property from the Estate of Alice Denney
Weschler's
Dec. 04, 2024
TWORKOV, Jack (American, 1900–1982). TL #6. 1978. Cleveland...
Est: $200 - $300
TWORKOV, Jack (American, 1900–1982). TL #6. 1978. Cleveland: Print Club of Cleveland, 1980. Lithograph on Arches paper. Signed, titled, dated, and numbered 100/250 in pencil lower margin. Matted. Unframed. Sheet 16 ½ x 22 ¼”; mat board 21 x 26”. Good Print Club of Cleveland label affixed.
Potter & Potter Auctions Inc.
Nov. 13, 2024
Jack Tworkov, Untitled
Est: $7,000 - $9,000
Jack Tworkov Untitled 1958 charcoal on paper 19 h x 23.875 w in (48 x 61 cm) Signed and dated to lower right 'JT 58'. Provenance: Nancy Hoffman Gallery, New York | Mitchell-Innes & Nash, New York | Private Collection, New York Exhibited: Jack Tworkov: The Early and Late Years, 4 April - 5 May 1985, Adams-Middleton Gallery, Dallas | Master Drawings of the Twentieth Century, 5 May - 5 June 1998, Mitchell-Innes & Nash, New York | Jack Tworkov: Paintings and Drawings, 12 January - 26 February 2000, Mitchell-Innes & Nash, New York | Jack Tworkov Rhythm 1955-1970, 20 February - 30 March 2007, Mitchell-Innes & Nash, New York | Jack Tworkov, 10 February - 7 April 2012, Barbara Edwards Contemporary, Toronto This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
Nov. 12, 2024
JACK TWORKOV (1900 - 1982, AMERICAN) Untitled.
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
JACK TWORKOV (1900 - 1982, AMERICAN) Untitled. Oil on illustration board, 1961. Signed, Tworkov, and dated, 61, lower right. 310x240 mm; 12¼x9½ inches. Provenance: [Vätterbygdens auktion, Jönköping, Sweden, December 4, 2022, lot 100]; Private collection, Jönköping, Sweden.
Swann Auction Galleries
Sep. 19, 2024
JACK TWORKOV, KTL, SCREENPRINT
Est: $600 - $900
Artist: Jack Tworkov, American (1900 - 1982) Title: KTL Year: 1982 Medium: Screenprint, signed, numbered, dated and titled in pencil Edition: 80/150 Image Size: 24 x 24 inches Size: 27.5 x 27.5 in. (69.85 x 69.85 cm) Description: An original geometric Screenprint by Russian/American artist, Jack Tworkov. It is signed and numbered 80/150 in pencil.
RoGallery
Aug. 21, 2024
Jack Tworkov, Original Color Lithograph on Paper, Signed
Est: $200 - $800
Original Geometric and Hard Edge color lithograph on Arches paper by New York School and Abstract Expressionism artist Jack Tworkov. T.L. No.7 was printed at Tamarind Institute, Albuquerque, NM, for The Print Club of Cleveland Special Publication, Ohio, 1979. Signature and date in graphite on lower right: Tworkov 1978. Title on lower left: T.L. No. VII. Edition number on lower center: 67/125. Housed in a brushed silver frame with a white mat. Sight dimensions: 24.50"L x 24.50"H. Frame size: 29.50"L x 29.50"H x 1.50"W. Certificate of Authenticity included. Artwork can be unframed and rolled for shipment. Artist: Jack Tworkov (Polish-American 1900-1982) Issued: 1978 Dimensions: See Description Edition Number: 67 of 125 Country of Origin: Poland/United States
Lion and Unicorn
Aug. 21, 2024
Jack Tworkov, Original B&W Lithograph on Paper, Signed
Est: $200 - $800
Original black and white lithograph on Arches paper by New York School and Abstract Expressionism artist Jack Tworkov . T.L. No.6 was printed by Bill Lagatutta and Stephen Britko at Tamarind Institute, Albuquerque, NM, for The Print Club of Cleveland Publication, Number 58, 1980. Signature and date in graphite on lower right: Tworkov 1978. Title on lower left: T.L. No.6. Edition number on lower center: 35/250. Housed in a brushed silver and black frame with a white mat. Sight dimensions: 18.50"L x 13"H. Frame size: 27.75"L x 22.25"H x 1.50"W. Artwork can be unframed and rolled for shipment. Artist: Jack Tworkov (Polish-American 1900-1982) Issued: 1980 Dimensions: See Description Edition Number: 35 of 250 Country of Origin: Poland/United States
Lion and Unicorn
Jul. 26, 2024
Jack Tworkov, American 1900-1983, T.L. #6, Lithograph on Arches paper, Image measures18” x 12”; frame measures 26” x 21”
Est: -
Jack Tworkov American, 1900-1983 T.L. #6 Lithograph on Arches paper Signed graphic black and white print carefully hatched in areas, identified as 62 of 250.
Apple Tree Auction Center
Jul. 21, 2024
Jack Tworkov (1900 - 1982) Vintage American Abstract Expressionist Framed Original Oil Painting
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Antique American abstract expressionist oil painting by Jack Tworkov (1900 - 1982). Oil on canvas. Framed. Gifted from the artist to previous owner as described by Phil Weiss Auctions. Measuring 15 by 17 overall and 8 by 10 painting alone. Please see all images for condition. Size is measured and written on the back of the painting. The first size is the overall size, the second size is the image size. For detailed condition questions please text 617-835-2496.
Curated Gallery Auctions
Jun. 30, 2024
Jack Tworkov, Original B&W Lithograph on Paper, Signed
Est: $200 - $800
Original black and white lithograph on Arches paper by New York School and Abstract Expressionism artist Jack Tworkov . T.L. No.6 was printed by Bill Lagatutta and Stephen Britko at Tamarind Institute, Albuquerque, NM, for The Print Club of Cleveland Publication, Number 58, 1980. Signature and date in graphite on lower right: Tworkov 1978. Title on lower left: T.L. No.6. Edition number on lower center: 35/250. Housed in a brushed silver and black frame with a white mat. Sight dimensions: 18.50"L x 13"H. Frame size: 27.75"L x 22.25"H x 1.50"W. Artwork can be unframed and rolled for shipment. Artist: Jack Tworkov (Polish-American 1900-1982) Issued: 1980 Dimensions: See Description Edition Number: 35 of 250 Country of Origin: Poland/United States
Lion and Unicorn
Jun. 30, 2024
Jack Tworkov, Original Color Lithograph on Paper, Signed
Est: $200 - $800
Original Geometric and Hard Edge color lithograph on Arches paper by New York School and Abstract Expressionism artist Jack Tworkov. T.L. No.7 was printed at Tamarind Institute, Albuquerque, NM, for The Print Club of Cleveland Special Publication, Ohio, 1979. Signature and date in graphite on lower right: Tworkov 1978. Title on lower left: T.L. No. VII. Edition number on lower center: 67/125. Housed in a brushed silver frame with a white mat. Sight dimensions: 24.50"L x 24.50"H. Frame size: 29.50"L x 29.50"H x 1.50"W. Certificate of Authenticity included. Artwork can be unframed and rolled for shipment. Artist: Jack Tworkov (Polish-American 1900-1982) Issued: 1978 Dimensions: See Description Edition Number: 67 of 125 Country of Origin: Poland/United States
Lion and Unicorn
May. 02, 2024
JACK TWORKOV (1900 - 1982, POLISH/AMERICAN) Calendar Collage.
Est: $4,000 - $6,000
JACK TWORKOV (1900 - 1982, POLISH/AMERICAN) Calendar Collage. Paper collage and metal staples on board, 1968. Signed, Jack Tworkov, dated, 68, and inscribed, Calendar collage made in P'town Summer 1967 / for Cartier Bresson, on verso. 400x285 mm; 15¾x11¼ inches. Provenance: The artist; Henri Cartier-Bresson; Private collection. Jack Tworkov was introduced to the photographer, Cartier-Bresson, by his sister, artist Janice Biala. Tworkov sat for a series of photographs by Henri Cartier-Bresson in 1968. Presumably, this collage was gifted at the time of this interaction.
Swann Auction Galleries
Apr. 11, 2024
Jack Tworkov
Est: $300 - $500
(New York/Massachusetts,1900-1982) KTL #1, 1982, edition 43/150, signed and dated lower right "Tworkov/82", Tyler Graphics, Ltd. (original justification certificate verso), blindstamp lower right, lithograph in colors, image 24 x 24 in., sheet 27-1/2 x 27-1/2 in. (69.9 x 69.9 cm); modern wood frame, 32-5/8 x 32-1/2 x 1-1/4 in. Provenance: Estate of Sara Graham Peacock Reference: https://www.blackmountaincollege.org/jack-tworkov/
Brunk Auctions
Mar. 30, 2024
ATTR JACK TWORKOV ABSTRACT AMERICAN OIL PAINTING
Est: $100 - $150
Attributed to Jack Tworkov, Polish, American, 1900 to 1982, oil painting on paper depicting an Abstract Expressionist composition. Signed lower right. Jack Tworkov was a Polish born American painter whose paintings evolved from energetic Abstract Expressionism to refined geometric compositions. Tworkov attended Columbia University to become a writer, but his younger sister inspired him to pursue his interest in painting and enroll at the Art Students League. His student works were influenced by Paul Cezanne and Henri Matisse, but became increasingly abstract. During the Great Depression, Tworkov like other young artists of the time, worked for the WPA Federal Art Project. After the World War II, he became friends with Willem de Kooning, Arshile Gorky, and Mark Rothko, creating a dialogue which informed the foundation of the New York School. One of a kind artwork.
Antique Arena Inc
Mar. 04, 2024
Nine Sketches
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Property from the Estate of John M. Parker Jr., sold to benefit the McNay Art Museum Jack Tworkov 1900 - 1982 Nine Sketches signed with the artist’s initials and dated 75 (lower right); titled 9 Sketches (lower left) graphite and colored pencil on paper 13⅞ by 16⅞ in. 35.2 by 42.9 cm. Executed in 1975. This work is archived in the Catalogue Raisonné of Works by Jack Tworkov as No. 186.
Sotheby's
Mar. 04, 2024
Core
Est: $50,000 - $70,000
Jack Tworkov 1900 - 1982 Core signed and dated 59 (lower right); signed, titled and dated 59 (on the reverse) oil on canvas 40 by 33 in. 101.6 by 83.8 cm. Executed in 1959. This work is archived in the Catalogue Raisonné of Works by Jack Tworkov as No. 648.
Sotheby's
Feb. 23, 2024
JACK TWORKOV (1900-1982) Crossfield III (W-NY-70 #3) oil on linen 80 x 96 i
Est: $15,000 - $20,000
JACK TWORKOV (1900-1982) Crossfield III (W-NY-70 #3) oil on linen 80 x 96 in. (203.2 x 243.8 cm)
Christie's
Jan. 31, 2024
JACK TWORKOV, KTL, SCREENPRINT
Est: $600 - $900
Artist: Jack Tworkov, American (1900 - 1982) Title: KTL Year: 1982 Medium: Screenprint, signed, numbered, dated and titled in pencil Edition: 80/150 Image Size: 24 x 24 inches Size: 27.5 x 27.5 in. (69.85 x 69.85 cm) Description: An original geometric Screenprint by Russian/American artist, Jack Tworkov. It is signed and numbered 80/150 in pencil.
RoGallery
Dec. 14, 2023
JACK TWORKOV (1900-1982) PENCIL DRAWING
Est: $50 - $1,000
Pencil drawing of male and female nudes. Inscribed "For Ruth" lower left. Initialed and dated '64 lower right. No visible signature. Dimensions: (Frame) H 11.75" x W 15.25", (Paper) H 9.5" x W 13" Condition: Float mounted. Few marks to the paper. Backing age toned. Frame with marks.
Westport Auction
Dec. 06, 2023
Jack Tworkov (1900-1982)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
L-SF-ES #1; L-SF-ES #2; L-SF-ES #3 Three color etchings and aquatints, 1979, on wove paper, signed, dated, titled and numbered 25/25 in pencil, framed. Plates 9 7/8 x 9 5/8 inches; 251 x 244 mm. Frames 19 3/8 x 19 3/8 inches; 492 x 492 mm.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Dec. 02, 2023
Jack Tworkov, New York, Massachusetts (1900-1982), Self-Portrait, 1966, pencil on paper
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Jack Tworkov New York, Massachusetts, (1900-1982) Self-Portrait, 1966 pencil on paper initialed and dated lower right, framed.
Link Auction Galleries
Dec. 02, 2023
Jack Tworkov Lithograph, "T.L. No. VI"
Est: $150 - $300
Jack Tworkov (American 1900-1982) "T.L. No. VI," 1978, lithograph on Arches paper, signed and dated in pencil, lower right, numbered 17/250 lower center, titled lower left, the Print Club of Cleveland Edition no. 58 for 1980, edition of 250 plus 15, printed by Bill Lagatutta and Stephen BritkoÂ at the Tamarind Institute, Albuquerque, NM, matted. Dimensions: 12 x 18 in. image size, 16.5 x 22 in. sheet size. Condition: Very good with no damage or restoration
Neue Auctions
Nov. 30, 2023
JACK TWORKOV (1900 - 1982, POLISH/AMERICAN) Calendar Collage.
Est: $6,500 - $8,500
JACK TWORKOV (1900 - 1982, POLISH/AMERICAN) Calendar Collage. Paper collage and metal staples on board, 1968. Signed, Jack Tworkov, dated, 68, and inscribed, Calendar collage made in P'town Summer 1967 / for Cartier Bresson, on verso. 400x285 mm; 15 3/4x11 1/4 inches. Provenance: The artist; Henri Cartier-Bresson; Private collection.
Swann Auction Galleries
Oct. 20, 2023
Jack Tworkov
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
(New York/Massachusetts, 1900-1982) Preparatory sketch for Figure A, signed lower right "Tworkov", ink on brown paper, sight 43-7/8 x 13-3/4 in.; wood frame, 49 x 19 in. Provenance: Private Collection
Brunk Auctions
Oct. 14, 2023
Attributed Jack Tworkov Abstract Oil on Paper Painting
Est: $10,000 - $100,000
Attributed Jack Tworkov abstract expressionist oil on paper painting appearing to depict a wooden wall of a barn. Signed lower right. Presented unframed. Sight: 27.5" x 30.75"
Atlanta Auction Gallery, ltd
Oct. 07, 2023
Jack Tworkov (1900-1982) Female Figure, Ink, 12 1/4 x 8 3/4" sight, 19 1/2 x 16" framed
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
Jack Tworkov (1900-1982) Female Figure, Ink, 12 1/4 x 8 3/4" sight, 19 1/2 x 16" framed
Bakker Auctions
Jul. 27, 2023
Jack Tworkov (American, 1900-1982) Knight Move Series (OP Q2-77 #2), 1977
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
Jack Tworkov (American, 1900-1982) Knight Move Series (OP Q2-77 #2), 1977 oil on Arches sized with acrylic gesso signed Tworkov, titled, inscribed and dated (lower margin) 26 x 21 inches. Property from a Private Art Collection Provenance: Estate of Jack Tworkov, New York Nancy Hoffman, New York Private collection, acquired from the above Exhibited: New York, Nancy Hoffman Gallery, Jack Tworkov: Works on Paper, 1933-1982, March 26 - April 28, 1982, no. 41 (also traveled to Charlotte, North Carolina, Mint Museum, June 20 - August 20, 1982), pp. 20, 22, illus. This work is archived as No. 1068 in the catalogue raisonné project compiled and edited by Jason Andrew for the Estate of Jack Tworkov.
Hindman
Jun. 16, 2023
JACK TWORKOV, KTL, SCREENPRINT
Est: $600 - $900
Artist: Jack Tworkov, American (1900 - 1982) Title: KTL Year: 1982 Medium: Screenprint, signed, numbered, dated and titled in pencil Edition: 80/150 Image Size: 24 x 24 inches Size: 27.5 x 27.5 in. (69.85 x 69.85 cm) Description: An original geometric Screenprint by Russian/American artist, Jack Tworkov. It is signed and numbered 80/150 in pencil.
RoGallery
May. 18, 2023
JACK TWORKOV (1900-1982) Study for Transverse oil on canvas 19 x 22 in. (48
Est: $40,000 - $60,000
JACK TWORKOV (1900-1982) Study for Transverse oil on canvas 19 x 22 in. (48.3 x 55.8 cm.)
Christie's
Apr. 27, 2023
JACK TWORKOV (1900-1982) PENCIL DRAWING
Est: $50 - $1,000
Pencil drawing of male and female nudes. Inscribed "For Ruth" lower left. Initialed and dated '64 lower right. No visible signature. Dimensions: (Frame) H 11.75" x W 15.25", (Paper) H 9.5" x W 13" Condition: Float mounted. Few marks to the paper. Backing age toned. Frame with marks.
Westport Auction
Apr. 26, 2023
JACK TWORKOV (AMERICAN, 1900-1982)
Est: $80 - $120
Jack Tworkov (American, 1900-1982) T.L. #6, 1978, Lithograph, Signed, dated, titled and numbered 212/250 in pencil. The Print Club of Cleveland Publication No. 58 for 1980. Edition of 250 plus 15. Framed dimensions: H: 23 1/2 x W: 28 1/4 in. H: 12 1/4 W: 18 1/16 in. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email or by telephone . Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Gray's Auctioneers
Apr. 26, 2023
JACK TWORKOV (AMERICAN, 1900-1982)
Est: $80 - $120
Jack Tworkov (American, 1900-1982) T.L. No. VII, 1978, Lithograph in colors, Signed, dated and titled in pencil. Numbered 9/125. The Print Club of Cleveland Special Publication for 1979. Edition of 125 plus 10, Framed dimension: H: 28 1/4 x W: 28 1/4 in. H: 24 1/16 W: 24 1/16 in. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email or by telephone . Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Gray's Auctioneers shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Gray's Auctioneers
Mar. 21, 2023
2 Jack Tworkov Mathematical Sequence Lithographs
Est: $300 - $600
Jack Tworkov (Polish/American, 1900-1982). Group of two lithographs inspired by mathematical number sequences, publishing by Landfall Press, including: "LP#1-Q2-75," pencil signed along the lower right; titled and numbered 19/20 along the lower left; inscribed V2/75 along the lower right corner of the image. "LP#2-Q2-75," pencil signed along the lower right; titled and numbered 11/20 along the lower left; inscribed V2/75 along the lower right corner of the image. Each with a stamp from Landfall Press along the verso.
Revere Auctions
Mar. 16, 2023
Jack Tworkov, T.L.#2, 1977
Est: $300 - $500
Jack Tworkov (1900 - 1982) T.L.#2, 1977 lithograph, B.A.T. printed by Stephen Britko, chopmark lower left printed at Tamarind Institute, chopmark lower left titled in pencil, lower left, T.L. #2 numbered in pencil: lower left, B.A.T signed in pencil, lower right: Tworkov-'77
Santa Fe Art Auction
Feb. 09, 2023
Jack Tworkov (1900-1982): Barrier L #2
Est: $300 - $500
Lithograph in black on wove paper, 1965, signed, titled and dated in pencil, numbered 3/50. 27 1/2 x 22 in. (sheet), 34 x 29 in. (frame).
STAIR
Jan. 31, 2023
JACK TWORKOV, KTL, SCREENPRINT
Est: $600 - $900
Artist: Jack Tworkov, American (1900 - 1982) Title: KTL Year: 1982 Medium: Screenprint, signed, numbered, dated and titled in pencil Edition: 80/150 Image Size: 24 x 24 inches Size: 27.5 x 27.5 in. (69.85 x 69.85 cm) Description: An original geometric silkscreen by Russian/American artist, Jack Tworkov. It is signed and numbered 80/150 in pencil.
RoGallery
Jan. 27, 2023
Attrib. Jack Tworkov, Sketch of a Nude Woman
Est: $200 - $400
(American, 1900-1982) pencil on paper, initialed l.l.c. Overall: 14-1/8"h x 10-5/8"w Sight: 7-3/8"h x 4-5/8"w
Nye & Company
Jan. 24, 2023
Jack Tworkov - Art Chicago - 1982 Lithograph 39.75" x 27.75"
Est: $125 - $250
"Art Chicago" by Jack Tworkov, 1982 Unsigned Lithograph. Paper size is 39.75 x 27.75 inches, with an image size of 24 x 24 inches. The Lithograph is from an unknown edition size. and is not framed. The condition was rated A-: Near Mint, very light signs of handling. Additional details: Tyler Graphics LTD. Image copyright 1982. Lithograph on heavy paper.
DUMBO Auctions
Dec. 21, 2022
Jack Tworkov L-SF-ES#1; L-SF-ES#2; L-SF-ES#3 Three color etchings and aquatints, framed
Est: $400 - $600
Jack Tworkov (1900-1982) L-SF-ES#1; L-SF-ES#2; L-SF-ES#3 Three color etchings and aquatints, 1979, on wove paper, signed, dated, titled and numbered 21/25 in pencil, framed. Plates 9 3/4 x 9 3/4 inches; 248 x 248 mm. Frames 21 x 20 inches; 533 x 508 mm. C The Collection of Jay I. Kislak sold to benefit the Kislak Family Foundation
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Nov. 18, 2022
JACK TWORKOV (1900-1982) Queen III oil on canvas 69 1/2 x 41 1/8 in. (176.5
Est: $120,000 - $180,000
JACK TWORKOV (1900-1982) Queen III oil on canvas 69 1/2 x 41 1/8 in. (176.5 x 104.3 cm.)
Christie's
Nov. 16, 2022
Jack Tworkov, T L #6
Est: $200 - $300
Jack Tworkov T L #6 1978 lithograph on Arches image: 12 h × 18.125 w in (30 × 46 cm) sheet: 16.625 h × 22.375 w in (42 × 57 cm) Signed, titled, dated and numbered to lower margin 'TL #6 124/250 Tworkov 78'. This work is number 124 from the edition of 250 printed by Bill Lagattuta and Stephen Britko at Tamarind Institute and published by The Print Club of Cleveland, Ohio. Literature: Print Club Publication No. 58, 1980 This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.
Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Nov. 05, 2022
Jack Tworkov, New York, Massachusetts (1900-19820, untitled (Barrier Series), 1965, charcoal and pencil on paper, 10 1/2"H x 5 3/4"W (sight), 16 3/4"H x 11 1/4"W (frame)
Est: $1,500 - $3,000
Jack Tworkov New York, Massachusetts, (1900-19820 untitled (Barrier Series), 1965 charcoal and pencil on paper signed and dated lower right. Provenance: Michael Maloney Fine Art, Santa Monica, California. Biography from the Archives of askART: Jack Tworkov (8/15/1900 - 9/4/1982) A literate man uncertain whether to become a poet or painter, Jack Tworkov became an Abstract Expressionist who is known for that style modified with gridlike restraint of forms and low-key color. He was also an art educator. From 1963 to 1969, he was Chair of the Art Department at Yale University, and he also held teaching positions at Queens College, 1948 to 1951; Black Mountain College, summer of 1952; Pratt Institute, 1955 to 1958; 1972, and American Academy in Rome. Excepting for temporary periods of time, he lived primarily in New York City and Provincetown, Massachusetts. At Yale, where he was Visiting Professor of Art from 1961-1963, and Department Chair from 1963-1969, he was stirred by questions of the interrelationship of psychology, education, political history and art creativity and, as a result, instigated cross-disciplinary study. Among the future 'big-name' artists he mentored were Jennifer Bartlet, Robert Mangold, Chuck Close and Nancy Graves. Tworkov was born in Biala, Poland, and at the age of thirteen immigrated to New York City where in 1928, he became a US citizen. He studied at Columbia University from 1920 to 1923, majoring in English. He left Columbia to attend the National Academy of Design from 1923 to 1925, and from 1925 to 1926,at the Art Students League. During this period, he did landscapes, still lifes, portraits, and figure studies that show the influence of European modernism, especially the paintings of Paul Cezanne. From 1935 to 1941, Tworkov worked in the Easel Division of the WPA Federal Art Project, and by the 1940s was deeply involved in Abstract Expressionism with work characterized by broad, spontaneous brush strokes. He loved the camaraderie of painting, especially with Karl Knaths, Franz Kline, and Willem DeKooning, the latter with whom he had an adjoining studio from 1948 to 1953. However, in the early 1940s, his career like that of so many was interrupted by military service, which he served as a tool designer. In 1958, jack Tworkov established a permanent studio in Provincetown, Massachusetts, and worked there from May to November until his death in 1977. In 1963, as Chair of the Yale Art Department, he became close to Josef Albers whose Geometric Abstraction influenced Tworkov's own style of small, measured brush strokes. He was determined to subvert his individuality into a coherent, measured system, which meant he was much less spontaneous than most of his peer Abstract Expressionists. Sources: Matthew Biagell, Dictionary of American Art Michael David Zellman, 300 Years of American Art Marika Herskovic, Editor, American Abstract Expressionism of the 1950s Jason Andrew, Archivist of the Estate of Jack Tworkow, "Letters", ARTnews, January 2007
Ripley Auctions
Oct. 25, 2022
JACK TWORKOV (1900-1982) ABSTRACT LITHOGRAPH
Est: $50 - $1,000
Pencil signed. Dated '78. Titled "TL #6." Numbered 154/250. Arches paper. Published by Print Club of Cleveland. Dimensions: (Paper) H 16.5" x W 22" Condition: Paper fresh and clean. Appears to have never been framed.
Westport Auction
Oct. 19, 2022
Attrib. Jack Tworkov, Sketch of a Nude Woman
Est: $400 - $600
(American, 1900-1982) pencil on paper, initialed l.l.c. Overall: 14-1/8"h x 10-5/8"w Sight: 7-3/8"h x 4-5/8"w
Nye & Company
Jul. 27, 2022
Jack Tworkov, Abstract Oil on Canvas
Est: $200 - $400
Circa 1962. Untitled abstract, oil on canvas painting. Sight seen approx. 10" x 8". This item was a gift to your consignor from the artist.
Weiss Auctions
Jun. 15, 2022
Jack Tworkov, Figure
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
Jack Tworkov Figure c. 1958 gouache on paper 22 h × 7 w in (56 × 18 cm) Signed to lower right 'Tworkov'. Provenance: Greer Gallery, New York | Collection of Joni Gordon | Thence by descent This work will ship from LAMA in Los Angeles, California.
Rago Arts and Auction Center
May. 26, 2022
Jack Tworkov, KTL, Screenprint
Est: $600 - $900
Artist: Jack Tworkov, American (1900 - 1982) Title: KTL Year: 1982 Medium: Screenprint, signed, numbered, dated and titled in pencil Edition: 80/150 Image Size: 24 x 24 inches Size: 27.5 x 27.5 in. (69.85 x 69.85 cm)
RoGallery